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The 24/7 service is expected to launch next month, with five providers confirmed so far.
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Teammates administered immediate first aid after their teammate fell to the ground.
US report shows 150,000 travelled to another state for abortions
Many live in southern American states that ban or severely restrict abortion, data says.
Napier schoolboy, 11, dies after what was thought to be ‘routine flu’
Mateo Deveraturda was surrounded by 'love and care' in his final days at Starship.
Health NZ names next chief executive after Margie Apa resignation
Bramley has been the organisation’s interim chief executive since February 2025.
MP slams hospital discharge after homeless woman had to sleep in car
Nicola sought emergency housing but was told she was ineligible in Rotorua.
Noel Edmonds shows off bonkers health regime in NZ show
Telegraph: At 76, Noel Edmonds has never looked better.
Katy Perry admits illness amid Australian tour, sparking fan concerns
Fans expressed concern about potential cancellations after her illness.
Bobby Sherman, teen idol and TV star, dies at 81
He rose to fame on 'Here Come the Brides' and had several hit bubblegum pop songs.
Digital-first health provider Tend becomes its own primary health organisation
National primary healthcare company Tend becomes its own primary health organisation, allowing for direct contracting with Health NZ.
Perimenopause is ruining my sleep - what can I do?
NY Times: Evidence-backed ways to address sleep issues associated with perimenopause.
Tears as private ambulance operators found guilty of forgery; altering documents
Private ambulance operators say they injected drugs into fruit as training exercises.
Bruce Willis' family shares touching moments amid health battle
His daughters have posted snaps of their time with the 70-year-old star.
The six signs you’re not drinking enough water
Telegraph: Dehydration can creep up on you and play havoc with your health.
Breakthrough cancer test predicts whether chemotherapy will work
Experts aim to classify patients as 'chemotherapy resistant' or 'sensitive'.
GPs to get $175m funding increase
Pinnacles Health CEO, Justin Butcher on the $175 boost in funding the Government hopes will lead to faster care.
Why rice is poised to survive better in a warming world
Study suggests farmers will need to be more innovative to keep up with climate impacts.
Combined cleaner-security roles at Waikato hospitals raise safety fears
Cost savings from the scheme fell short, saving $137,300 instead of $207,300.
Recovering from surgery isn’t easy - exercising in the water can help
Warm water in therapeutic pools reduces swelling and eases joint pressure.
Northland retirement village residents rally for urgent law changes
Public consultation on the Retirement Villages Act review began in 2023.
New daily pill on the way for weight loss and lowering blood sugar
New York Times: There's more than a dozen experimental weight medications in development.
ACC scrutinised over slow payouts after landmark court ruling
Advocates say sexual abuse victims could be missing out.
'Save a lot more lives': Stage 4 cancer survivor's plea for earlier screening
'It would just stop a lot of people going through the trauma of advanced cancer.'
Brewing kindness: The volunteers bringing comfort one cuppa at a time
The group once had 25 volunteers, but now there are only eight.
Why are we cutting our babies' tongues? Warning as surgeries on newborns triple
An anaesthetist told the Herald he refused to assist with tongue-tie surgery.
'Can't assume it's harmless': Experts warn on marijuana's heart risks
The average age of patients in the study was just 38, highlighting risks for younger adults.
Study: Sleeping over 9 hours raises death risk by 34%
Why eight hours a night is the sweet spot for sleep.
Hawke’s Bay disability fitness programme recognised on national stage
Hawke's Bay disability fitness programme finalist in NZ awards again. Video / Rafaella Melo
The three tools leading the charge in arthritis pain relief
Experts stress staying active to manage arthritis and slow its progression.
‘Rather irrational’: Multi-millionaire questions Healthy Homes rules
Peter Lewis is upgrading his 12 rentals but has questioned why others are exempt.
HIV advance: Twice-yearly shot to prevent infection
The drug would be a convenient new way to ward off infection in a wide range of people.
US Supreme Court upholds ban on gender-affirming care for minors
Two dozen Republican-led states have similar laws affecting transgender youth.